Worth Having: Recent Episodes
Nic Scholtysik
What is belonging? HOW DOES IT RELATE TO BURNOUT? BURNOUT-PREVENTION BY DESIGNING 'HOW WE COME HOME TO OURSELVES'. Everyone wants more to say about their life than just: "It's fine."
I leverage the best of coaching, design thinking, and positive psychology to help individuals, teams, and organizations experience more joy, wellbeing and work-life-control, kicking burnout to the curb. I'll help you to not become a burnout- cliché. Let's take control over our well-being. Together!
This episode of the 'Worth Having Podcast' features a conversation with Victoria Sandberg, co-founder of 'The House,' discussing the importance of a community for women entrepreneurs in Malmo. The discussion delves into Victoria's journey from immigrating to Sweden for love to become a key figure in the local startup and tech scenes, promoting equality and funding for women and minority entrepreneurs. With initiatives like 'The House,' a women's innovation hub, Victoria aims to create spaces for women to share experiences, find belonging, and access opportunities in entrepreneurship and tech. The conversation addresses challenges faced by immigrant women, the power of networking, and other belief in an 'economy of abundance'. Victoria shares her dream of launching a micro VC fund for minority founders, highlighting the potential of inclusive innovation in building a better world.
Exploring the transformative powers of hypnotherapy and rapid transformational therapy on the latest episode of my Worth Having Podcast. I spoke with Gigi, a hypnotherapist who shared her journey from HR to helping others overcome anxiety, limiting beliefs, and achieve personal growth through hypnosis. We discussed the potential for hypnotherapy to aid expats, entrepreneurs, and integrate into personal and corporate wellness. Click the link to learn more about unlocking your full potential through these fascinating therapeutic techniques.
Building Inclusive Communities and Reinventing Careers AbroadThis episode features an interview with Ashley Schilling, co-founder of 'She Told Me A Story' and 'The House', initiatives aimed at creating communities for women in Malmo. Ashley discusses the importance of creating your own community if existing ones don't meet your needs, and the incredible success 'She Told Me A Story' has achieved, fostering genuine connections through storytelling. She also shares her journey of moving to Sweden, transitioning from a registered dietitian in the US to diving into marketing and communications, and co-founding supportive networks for women entrepreneurs. The episode explores the challenges and successes of building communities, reinventing one's career, and the importance of finding a place where you feel included and supported.
Feeling burned out and unsure how to rebuild yourself? You're not alone. Join us this week as we sit down with Karina Gunnarsdotter to explore how to navigate life when everything feels uncertain. We’ll talk about shifting perspectives, finding hope, and building resilience even in the toughest times. Discover what true bravery looks like and how to redefine it amidst struggle. This conversation is rich, essential, and filled with insights you won't want to miss. Tune in and let's redefine bravery together.
This episode of the Worth Having Podcast features co-founder Lisa Remnelid in a comprehensive discussion about the challenges and triumphs of women in entrepreneurship. Lisa shares her journey and insights from her entrepreneurial and networking perspective, emphasizing the power of collaboration, the importance of building relationships, and the transformational role of community spaces - like 'She Told Me a Story' and 'The House.' The episode delves into the critical pillars of community, well-being, sustainability, and financial literacy, highlighting the necessity of balance, self-awareness, and inclusive support systems for women and non-binary individuals in the business world. The discussion encapsulates the essence of adaptive learning, the significance of mental and emotional well-being, and the vision for creating lasting positive impacts through platforms that offer more than just business coaching but also cater to the holistic growth and empowerment of its (non-male) members.
🌟 Meet Mariana Cañavera Herrera, a human-centered marketing expert! 🌟In this episode, Mariana shares her journey from Colombia to Sweden, highlighting the importance of compassion, empathy, and sustainability in marketing. Learn about understanding customer needs, building long-term relationships, and integrating human-centered design. Discover the challenges faced by internationals and the power of community support systems like 'She Told Me a Story.' Tune in for an inspiring discussion on balancing professional and personal growth, and evolving ethical marketing practices. 🎧
Join host Nic and guest Poliana Dias as they dive into her journey from Brazil to Sweden, touching on cultural shifts, integration challenges, and the pursuit of diversity and inclusion. Poliana, co-founder of 'She Told Me A Story' and 'The House' in Malmo, shares her insights on creating an inclusive environment through storytelling and community building. They explore themes of international migration, diversity in professional settings, and the power of storytelling for social change. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation! Listen now!
Step into the world of Ammna Chaudhry, the co-founder of 'She Told Me A Story' and the creative force behind 'Baked by Ammna', as she tells us her extraordinary story. From earning scholarships and prestigious awards to gracing the runways of New York Fashion Week, Ammna's path seemed paved with success. Yet, behind the glitz and glamour lies a tale of inner struggle and self-discovery.02:47 Spotlight on Ammna Chaudhry: Co-founder of She Told Me A Story06:42 From Tech to Treats: Ammna's Entrepreneurial Shift12:40 A Creative Life: Navigating Through Fashion, Marketing, Baking, and Beyond25:21 The Power of Saying No: Making Decisive Choices27:56 The Journey from Overwhelm to Entrepreneurship28:23 Launching a Frozen Goods Line: From Cookie Dough to DIY Cake Kits. Expanding the Range31:13 Decision Making: Heart Over Mind33:10 Confronting Imposter Syndrome: A Personal Struggle48:23 Empowerment Through Self-Leadership and Community52:46 Seeking Collaboration and Expanding HorizonsWe delve deep into the heart of themes such as wise decision-making, conquering imposter syndrome, and the transformative power of community and networks for women.Discover the fine details of Ammna's journey as she navigates the complexities of cultural norms and societal pressures, offering invaluable insights into the challenges women face in the pursuit of their dreams. From the trials of self-doubt to the triumphs of self-leadership, this episode promises a journey of empowerment and inspiration that will resonate with every listener. Join us as we talk intimately about courage, resilience, and the pursuit of passion - as women do.
Supporting others is a full-time job, akin to vital infrastructure. Join us as we explore how Laura Patel-Smith wears many hats - from running a vibrant co-working space in Malmö to co-founding The House, empowering female entrepreneurs in southern Sweden.🔗 Listen now to discover how Laura embodies the backbone of society and the importance of supporting those who make our lives easier.Let's celebrate the unsung heroes who keep our communities thriving!
In the debut episode of 'The House Worth Having', host Nic explores with co-founders Poliana Dias and Laura Patel Smith the genesis and purpose of 'The House', a collaborative hub nurturing female entrepreneurs in Malmö. The conversation delves into the resilience needed to cultivate such a community, particularly post-COVID. 'The House' emerges as a response to founder isolation, providing a space for collaboration, support, and growth. They touch on topics like managing doubt, the importance of diversity in business, and balancing social impact with economic viability. Emphasizing community feedback, they envision 'The House' as a catalyst for change in European entrepreneurship, advocating for inclusive policies and support structures for women and non-binary individuals in business.SHOWNOTES:02:36 Kickstarting the Collaboration: The House Worth Having03:01 The Journey Begins: Origins and Ambitions03:36 Creating a Safe Space: The Story Behind ‘She Told Me a Story’08:12 Expanding the Vision: The Birth of The House11:55 Facing Challenges: Courage, Doubt, and Resilience19:31 Cultivating Culture: A Foundation for the Future23:02 Exploring Communication for Development24:36 Challenges and Opportunities for Professional Women in Sweden27:06 Building a Business with Social Impact33:01 The Untapped Talent Pool of Plus Ones37:13 The Future of Entrepreneurship and Social Change40:06 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
In this empowering episode, we delve into the transformative journey of kicking dread to the curb and embracing discipline to make our goal come true. Join us as we explore the profound impact of self-leadership and how to build can-do attitude that propels us towards our goals. Discover how shifting our mindset from fear to courage opens doors to new possibilities and fosters personal growth. Through insightful discussions and practical strategies, we uncover the keys to breaking free from the shackles of dread and stepping into our true potential. Get ready to embark on a journey of empowerment, resilience, and self-discovery as we dare to embrace discipline and become fearless self-leaders.
Luck certainly helps when we want to be successful - so let's help 'Luck' find its way into our lives. 🍀 In this episode, I dive into the magic behind turning New Year's resolutions into reality and spill the beans on how this can work wonders for any goal or project, no matter the size!'Feeling lucky' means that no matter what happens in life, we come up on top - and you can't tell me you don't want that for yourself. So you better click and listen.
In this engaging podcast episode, join Nic as she shares her inspiring journey from a designer to a multifaceted workshop facilitator and coach. With warm and inviting conversation, Nic unveils the transformative power of her workshops, highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence and design thinking. Learn how she nudges the mind toward a 'can-do' attitude, fostering hope, self-efficacy, and resilience in her mission to help you become your favorite self. Dive into the realm of regenerative leadership and embark on a partnered adventure to build well-being strategies for a more positive, resilient workforce.
Unlock the Regret Paradox in this masterclass episode! Explore how turning heartache into hope can transform your life and overcome feeling stuck in avoidance patterns. Don't miss this empowering journey of self-discovery and resilience based in research, and positive psychology.
Unpack feelings of belonging, resentment, and infatuation. Explore how these emotions shape your life and the journey back to your authentic self. Join us for an eye-opening discussion in this week's episode. Click to listen and explore.
Dive into the world of ideas on this thought-provoking episode! Explore where ideas truly come from – they're not random but rooted in engagement and curiosity. Discover how knowledge, creativity, and experience shape innovative thinking. 🌟🧠 Uncover the secrets of those who seem to generate more good ideas. Learn the power of open-mindedness and how to foster it in yourself. Challenge your cognitive abilities and develop analytical thinking. 🤔💡 Get inspired to be proactive in creating an environment that fuels creativity and innovation. Remember, belonging isn't just about acceptance – it's about actively shaping a supportive, judgment-free space for all. Tune in now for a journey of self-discovery and idea generation!
Mindfulness. Great. It's important.Awareness. Sure, it's a part of mindfulness - so... also important.> How often do we use words, we all understand, can recite a definition of, but have no clue how to explain the lived-practice of it?'To be aware' is not just 'having knowledge of ___'. Awareness is not the theory of things, but a mechanism helping us with the practice/the behavior we show.Awareness helps us to have a better character, to put it simply - but you better listen to the episode to get the whole picture.
When burnout creeps up it clearly invades our lives and being and infects all the good ways of our sense of belonging. In this podcast we talk about how to turn the process around - How can building a stronger sense of belonging help prevent and eliminate burnout?
Why does it take so long to diagnose burnout?And can't we fast-track the process?Because a diagnose is needed in order to get help.It is needed to be more self-assured that this is not nothing, that we're not alone, and that something has to change.A diagnose gives legitimacy to unwell-being and burnout is the pandemic we like to sweep under the rug.>>> I believe that we can do something about it and here is the solution I see feasible.
What if burnout is identity related? What if burnout stems from trying too hard to be someONE and neglecting that you're actually someMANY? What if everyone who knows you better can see it coming, but does not know how to break it to you?What if....burnout is all about you becoming a cliché-version of people just like you?
The more we educated ourselves, the more degrees we accumulate, the heavier the bagage we carry when we face other people. They've known us for one thing and now we're doing something else.
How come you've changed? What gives you permission to speak about this new thing? You used to do something different.
Breaking with the tradition of what we used to care about can be really confusing for other people and their comments can make us feel like... we're unreliable/ insincere/ a fluke. And yet it has to happen in order to stay true to ourselves.
In this episode we talk about shifting identity and the three questions we should ask ourselves BEFORE the change, to know whether this change will actually be worth it.
Empathy is THE social emotional intelligenceto make us successful: it connects us to those around us, helps us feel seen and understood, and provides us with the ability to put ourselves in someone else's shoes. But sometimes empathy can be unhelpful if used too one-sidedly, leading to burnout, or feeling overly emotionally manipulated, invested, or having issues with boundaries. Today I want to talk about how we can 'flip' empathy and make it work for us so we don't just give it away, but it keeps giving back to us.
Have you come to your senses yet?That's what 'the days between the years' are there for. Suspended between the years you can observe yourself with curiosity and decide to make another kind of resolutions that will marry 'taking pleasure' with 'taking responsibility' and fin words that ring true to you.
What is hope? No seriously: What is hope? I know you know what it feels like to be hopeful, but there's more to hope than the feeling bit. Hope can be created and here is how.
It’s back-to-school. It’s back to routines. It’s back to showing-up, back to performing, back to getting more done in less time during the week and back to wanting to catch-up on ‘the good life’ on the weekends.
And soon it’s also back to living life on the edge between burnout and bore-out. A day-to-day that is so utterly process-optimized that we crash tired at night during the week and ask ourselves ‘Is THIS it?’ On the weekends.
Instead of just having a coffee-to-go every once in a while we created an entire eco-system that led us living ‘a life-to-go’.
is this really what we want?
The two most common hurdles clients face when wanting to make a change: The one before they start. And the one that comes up during the process, which keeps them from achieving great results. "You can't streamline anything that you have no practice doing. And because you are not streamlining what you are already great at, you keep being too busy to start something that you really want to start, but are not doing."
What do you do when you face a work problem that requires you to find a new, creative solution and you feel is: I'm stuck.
In this episode I'm discussing with Nicoline Douwes Isema how we use 'thinking in our sleep' in order to come up with great solutions to actual problems.
You can call it dream storming. and it's highly effective.
People are the happiest when at least a part of their lives takes place in the triangle that is, INSPIRATION, MOTIVATION, and CREATIVITY.
Everybody loves inspiration. And everybody loves motivation. But creativity, that's a tricky one.
In this episode I'm discussing with life & art coach Rafael Martinez how to make creativity a practice that will add vibrancy and satisfaction to our lives.
Do you dare to flirt with your life?
An international move is a great point in time to look at your own behaviour and what to change for a better future. But it also throws a whole lot of sh...stuff from the past into your face. Here's a lesson about pain I'm currently learning.
I just moved to Sweden and keep getting honked at and my reaction made me realize: I’m expecting to justify my presence. I’m expecting to dig my heels in and apologize at the same time.
Big, deliberate life change doesn't happen over night - it's a process. So decisions have to made quickly, actions have to be taken swiftly, but good, lasting changes that improve the quality of your life take time. This is an invitation to come along on our journey to make our next country our 'forever-country'.
It's sale season in the interior design, furniture and home decor world and those are usually big expenditures in anybodies budget. Let's make sure you only buy what you need, what will actually make a WOW difference and stay within your budget. The last thing I'd want for you is to experience 'buyers regret'.
Here is what any good interior designer checks to make sure their client will love the items they spend money on. Psst! Don't tell.
Do you want to feel satisfaction? Or do you want to show off achievement? Not that those two are incompatible, but change is hard and frankly, not worth the effort if you won't get out of it what you really crave for. So what is it you want in the end?
This is a conversation with sex & intimacy coach Caoilfhionn Nic Conmara on how to leverage our moments of longing to get us what we hunger for most.
And yes, that includes your willingness to touch & explore your most intimate parts. Soul, desire and your thoughts of you think you can have... feel free to explore the other intimate parts as well...
Seeing other people be courageous makes us admire them, because deep down we know what looks so great feels real shit and it's hard to start being courageous. But have you ever stopped to notice that there are different kinds of courage? And if you avoid one maybe that's because....
This is not your average 'Get over your procrastination' drill but showing you how procrastination is serving you and can be the guiding line you need to create meaningful & feasible change in your life. And if you think you're not a procrastinator - check the 4 unconscious habits that are a sure tell for procrastination.
What does it take to tell yourself a better story about yourself? I always knew I can create a better world - I can create scenarios for people so that they can experience their life better - one moment at a time. And in the end those moments will add up to a beautiful story. Now I’m also always painfully aware that my words are never as good as my designs. I speak 6 languages, but when I speak my words do not carry poetry. The way I tell stories is by wowing the eye & guiding the movement of bodies in space. So naturally I’m drawn to people who do the same - just differently - with different tools. Which drew me on Clubhouse into rooms led by Mark Lovett from Storytelling with impact. Mark is storyteller himself, a TEDx event organizer and master story listener helping others create a story that will have impact and thus change other peoples lives.
And todays episode is about all that and the question: if we can learn to tell stories so that they make a difference in other peoples lives - can we also learn to tell ourselves a better story about our own life?
part 2 of my little guide on how to celebrate enoughness during the holiday season. In this episode I want to talk about 3 points: The fact that the real-life exp of Christmas can actually really suck and how not to be the sources of a sucking experience A link between enoughness and gratitude we often tend to forget And finally a simple design rule to decorating with enoughness in mind so that your home looks sophisticated and neither too little or too over the top…. But just well-balanced.
How can we celebrate enoughness in a season that is traditionally all about more more more AND at the same time for the second time round embedded in a global social context of lack and restriction and leaving us wanting to double down on the more more more?
Today I want to offer you my approach to - “Hacking” the holidays. What are the little things you can change to honor your own enoughness during this stressful time?
How does this sound to you? Let’s celebrate enoughness through practicing essentialism. And my two main filters for esstialism are significance - answering the question “what is important here? What will bring you the biggest emotional satisfaction?” And “How can we get the ball rolling, or the party started fast, easy AND ideally in a fun way? This is, after all the AHWH podcast and I love me a good dose of JDV - joy for life.
Sarah Plowmann helps people get 'unstuck' by holding a mirror to their own brain, so they can take a step back and see their situation from a more neutral stand point. If you have ever made a decision to change but then struggled to pull through with action - this is the episode for you. Belong to yourself more fully by sticking to, follow through and not making your emotions a problem you think you have to solve.
Making the decision to change can be scary because it is always also a turning away from something. So how about we take all our courage and make it a change that is purposefully all about being disobedient? Stand behind your change by standing up, calling out BS and not tolerating the wrong in the status quo
Can we project manage the crappy bits out of how we face change that is forced upon us? Can we make big life changes less scary. and the discomfort less by adding more clarity) How do we build more confidence in the face of change?
"Should I stay or should I go?" If you're an expat and are struggling with making this decision Kathrine from BadDaysAbroad.com is the woman guiding you through the decision-making process, taking you out of overwhelm and into a grounded clarity. This episode is all about making a decision of change (or not) that will carry huge ripples into your future.
Sometimes it looks like the grass is always greener on the other side (expat or not), but the truth remains: the grass is always greener where you water it. Take a big pitcher and nourish your lawn!
Here are 3 ideas for you on how you can use the strengths you build as an expat to deal with angst during corona induced lockdown.
“Knowledge is only power if it's shared.”
A woman who’s losing her sense of value and purpose because she became a trailing spouse and/ or a mother is a common phenomenon. We go from thriving in our own careers to doubting and clinging to doing the same thing each day just to survive in our ex-pat lives.
Change does not come easy, but with the right support and success circle, we can be different. This is a talk about female entrepreneurs clubs why empowering women and inspiring them to do the things they love without limitations could create a colorful difference in the world.
“Get started anywhere but every time you reach a certain point, you have to change the game to reach the next point. You can’t keep doing the same things. So every time you have to scale up or you get a new opportunity, you have to push yourself. And so, that is what it's like to build a business.”
When you find yourself lying on the hard, cold ground, lying in a pool of brokenness around you - surrounded by shards of what used to be your life and you have that moment of clarity that any movement will cut and hurt you, but just laying there is not an option neither: What are the things/people/thoughts that will get you to stand up anyway? And episode full of personal stories.
Friends are the family we chose for ourselves. If you are missing the real good and deep friendships in your life, this episode is inviting you to discover what it is you are actually seeking in friendships and how you can set yourself up to madly fall head over heals into your next best friendship.
“Those who come after us are born prepared to deal with what we experienced” but they‘re also just a human being, sometimes they would either intentionally or unintentionally hurt you but don’t let that shake your idea of bringing forward the anger, the bitterness, and setting boundaries that you may want to exclude them as being a part of your family. In that way, we may live more peacefully. The way we hold on to hurt may cause more harm than the situation itself because we were just a child but as we are growing, we're filling out the voids in a way that includes all the variables of acceptance and understanding and that’s what sets our hearts free.
When we notice bahavior patterns that do not serve us, or are even sabotaging and keeping us from what we desire most, it usually is a long, hard road to breaking them. Which is why Marisa Peer developed RTT - Rapid Transformational Therapy, that promises to help us break those patterns in 1-3 sessions. That is a ballsy statement and deserves to be explored, which is why Nic talks to Hypnotherapist Sivan Sharvit from WellnessWithSivan.com to get to the bottom of all the questions you might have.
If you feel depleted by opinion culture because everyone wants you to support their point of view, or defend yours: here is how to decide if you have something to contribute and how to say no and consciously NOT to be part of opinion culture.
You are not to blame for the trauma that has been inflicted upon you, but it is your responsibility to set the healing process in motion. Decades of trauma therapy show that being able to articulate and share your past experiences is vital for the healing process. But what do you do if words are simply not your strong-suit when it comes to communication?...as if ‘going back there’ wasn’t hard enough, having to describe it verbally can feel like being forced to strip emotionally naked. In this interview with Kate Shaffer we discuss other ways of discussing and sharing what comes hard to say out loud.
How do you keep your wits about you, when you move to another country, wanting to build a better life for your children, are are highly qualified but 2800 declined job applications want to convince you otherwise?
This is a real life story of how not to lose hope on creating a happy, thriving life as an ex-pat, a woman and the families main bread-earner.
Interview with self-made entrepreneur Dijana Llugoli, Slovenian ex-pat living in Stockholm/Sweden.
The struggle and discontent you feel with your expat life is NOT you being difficult or falling into depression. You are mourning the life you decided not to live. - Talking to private crisis intervention health specialist and marriage councilor Martina Famos about the most common struggle expats experience when they feel they don't belong.
To get into contact with Martina see www.martina-famos.ch
What does it take to create your home of your dreams? What does it take to create a home, your home when you live far away from home? When you are from one culture but live in another. When the first excitement wears off and you realize there is more to the expat life than travelling and having only leisure time... 'A Home Worth Having' is about designing noteworthy homes that will remind their expat owners how remarkable they and their lives are so that they can face daily struggles with more joy and confidence. And let's stop focussing plainly on the external praise of others. Let's focusses instead on building an environment rooted our personalities, personal history and working towards our definition of a desirable future version of us.
What does it take to create your home of your dreams? What does it take to create a home, your home when you live far away from home? When you are from one culture but live in another. When the first excitement wears off and you realize there is more to the expat life than travelling and having only leisure time... 'A Home Worth Having' is about designing noteworthy homes that will remind their expat owners how remarkable they and their lives are so that they can face daily struggles with more joy and confidence. And let's stop focussing plainly on the external praise of others. Let's focusses instead on building an environment rooted our personalities, personal history and working towards our definition of a desirable future version of us.